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Definition rest with in American English

rest with phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

if a decision or responsibility rests with someone, they have the duty or authority to take that decision or responsibility

Example

The matter now rests with the medical committee.

Example

Responsibility for child welfare rests with the government.

Synonyms and related words
rest with lie with come under
Definition rest with in American English